“They had some tea and were getting ready for some firing...the lone ABP [Afghan Border Patrolman] fired at them, instantly killed five, then turned to where the platoon leader and the platoon sergeant were and shot the platoon sergeant.”— Maj. Gen. John F. Campbell, commanding general of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)

Ramsey was among six soldiers shot and killed Nov. 29 by an Afghan border policeman at an observation point near the Pakistani border. The shooter was a lone gunman who fired at five of the six, including Ramsey, from behind as they were gathered together at an observation point in Nangarhar province, according to Maj. Gen. John F. Campbell.

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32 memories of Matthew W. Ramsey

Thank you for raising such a courageous son. I and my family are truly humbled by his sacrafice. May we live our lives more honestly, more fully, and more freely in honor of this dear young man.

Much love,Kristi Lovelady

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— Kristi, December 2, 2010 at 7:56 p.m.
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I went to school with Matthew all the way from 1st grade at LCS to junior high to highschool at QHHS. We were good friends in elementary. He was always smiling and laughing. Liked by everyone. One of the few that I actually do remember from grade school. To his parents, wife, baby and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. Remember that he will always be in your hearts and by your side through everyday. Always be proud of him. Smile when you hear his name. A thousand times I'm sorry. With Love,Anna

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— Anna, December 4, 2010 at 1:03 a.m.
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We are saddened beyond words... Your sacrifice for our country will not be forgotten...YOU will never be forgotten - YOU will live on in the lives of ALL who loved you.

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— Family Friend, December 4, 2010 at 8:48 p.m.
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He will always be missed by everyone. My prayers go out to his wife and family..you raised an amazing, brave, courageous man.

Ramsey was one of my recruits in The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Explorer Academy, Class 79. It was my first class as a Drill Instructor, and Ramsey was one of those recruits that you will never forget, this young man was outstanding and always looked out for his fellow classmates, his humor and courage will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to his entire family, partners, and friends. May the Lord provide you with all his strength.

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— Crystal Carrillo, December 7, 2010 at 10:05 a.m.
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To Mrs. Ramsey, Father and Mother Ramsey:

I'm sorry to read about your love one. Death is not easy especially under the circumstances. It takes a lot of courage for those young men to go and fight other people that they don't even know. Why? The Bible speaks about a time when there will be no more war. You can read that for yourselves in Psalms 46:9. The Bible also, gives us another hope for the future at Revelation 21:3,4 where it talks about there will be no more sickness or dying. Please take care of yourselves and May Jehovah God be with you.

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— MURIEL MAHAN, December 7, 2010 at 1:19 p.m.
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My name is Brittney, Matthews big sister Meghan and I were best friends in Elementary school. Yes he was the little brother who would mess with us at the sleep overs, but he was also kind, caring, loving, strong, sweet, funny beyond words and just could always make us laugh when we had a bad day. Always willing to help and do what was asked. I am still speechless to the news and this hits very close to home. I know he was a great kid who grew into a great man, husband, son, brother, and father. I love you matt, you and your family are always in my heart. thoughts and prayers.. ~Brittney~

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— Brittney, December 8, 2010 at 12:35 a.m.
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just wanted to say im sorry for the loss and my prayers goes out to the whole family

Eric

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— Eric, December 8, 2010 at 12:17 p.m.
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Dear Ramsey Family,

My heart goes out to you all. I am truely sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.

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— Madison, December 8, 2010 at 8:57 p.m.
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I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all.

NancyLancaster, CA

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— Nancy, December 9, 2010 at 1:01 p.m.
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To the Ramsey Family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know that Matthew has entered into the presence of Our Lord and was received with open arms. I hope you know that you will see and be with him again. I met Matthew when he was about 4 years old and would come into H&E with his mom and sister to see his dad. He grew into a wonderful young man.

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— Sheila Gaston, December 9, 2010 at 8:21 p.m.
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Did not know you but I thank you for your courage in serving and protecting our country. God bless your family.

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— Chris Durand, December 10, 2010 at 9:17 a.m.
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To the the parents and family of matthew ramsey, I am so sorry for you,re loss, i my self live in the antelope valley, and it breaks my heart to hear that we loss one of our own, it hits close to home, prayers be with the ramsey family during this difficult time.

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— Robert, December 10, 2010 at 7:03 p.m.
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Matt was my best friend in junior high. He was my neighbor. We were together so much, you would swear we were brothers, I cant belive he`s not here with us, i love u man, you will always be my boy forever, God`s taking care of you now. I love you matt Erik Grisham

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— Erik Grisham, December 11, 2010 at 12:59 a.m.
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To Ramsey Family,

I am so sorry for your loss!! I knew Matthew and he was an awesome kid growing up. And turned into a very courageous and honorable young man!!! My love goes out to Wayne and Megan and young new wife and baby!!! I thank god everyday for the courageous young soldiers that go out and fight for our freedom! If you guys need anything let me know!

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— Krystalyn Rourke, December 11, 2010 at 10:41 a.m.
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i knew your son from desert winds high school he was always smiling and a really nice guy i remeber we called him ramseys like the egyptian king we had good times i was trying to get in contact with you i am deploying to sangin afghanistan in april of 2011 i hope to hear from you soon

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— lcpl gomez, December 11, 2010 at 5:22 p.m.
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So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Thank you Matthew for your service to our country. May he rest in peace. God bless you all.

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— Dania Echemendia, December 12, 2010 at 9:54 a.m.
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Wayne, Our prayers are with you. Love, "cousin" Ramsey

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— Jan and Bill Ramsey, December 13, 2010 at 10:52 a.m.
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I am so sorry for your loss.

Cristina Herman

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— Cristina Herman, December 15, 2010 at 8:21 a.m.
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He did what less then 1% of our country dose, he joined the Army for that alone I am greatful. Making the ultimate sacrifice for his country is something no one wants to do but he was willing to do it and again i am greatful. I myself am willing to make that same sacrifice. I wish the best for his family and children.

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— PVT James, December 18, 2010 at 11:35 a.m.
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I went to highschool with matthew. he was a great person inside & out! it broke my heart to hear of his loss :( He will be missed & i am thankful i knew him! he was a great father & a loving person!My love & prayers go to his wife and baby! Matthew u will be missed

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— Catharine, December 20, 2010 at 3:06 p.m.
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We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Brenda and Will Cottrell

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— Brenda Cottrell, December 21, 2010 at 1:19 p.m.
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i only wish i could say i knew this brave, young man, what goes thru the mind of a person who goes to a country w people who want to just murder other people. im just floored at the amount of bravery and sheer determination of your son, Matthew to stop all the evil. i listed my email, anything u all may need or want im here. sincerely tina adams. GOD be with this family now and forever. In JESUS name AMEN.

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— tina, December 21, 2010 at 6:43 p.m.
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Matthew and me were brothers, best friends, always there for each other, him and his family were there for me when my family wasn't! i will always remember this! i had to move to Florida for a short time, but i made sure that i moved back to Quartz Hill in time for his LA County Sheriff Explorer Graduation. He was the guidon bearer for his Class. an outstanding recruit and explorer, Deputies were and are proud to call him partner, and I am too. I had the awesome privilege to be Matthew's training officer in the explorer program after his graduation. he excelled over his peers with ease. What an amazing man, brother and friend. Matthew and me joined the Army together, he was the main reason why i scored so good on my ASVAB! haha he always was willing to help me study for it. both of us enlisted for the same job's in hope that we could get stationed with each other, but unfortunately that didn't happen. Just a short few hours ago, was around the same time last month on the 29th of NOV that pops called me telling me that we lost Matthew, Never for the rest of my life will i forget that moment, or the tears and pain that i have cried and felt after. It deeply hurts me to know that when i come home on leave from or i ETS from the army, that i won't get to see you bub! But i know your in Heaven, i will always uphold my promise to you, i will look after your wife and your beautiful son and soon to be baby boy due here shortly! i love you with all my heart Matthew Wayne! Rest easy bub

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— Andrew S. Wiley, December 30, 2010 at 2:21 a.m.
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Please take solace in knowing that our thoughts and prayers are with you. A great man and a true hero.

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— Chuck Allen Lancaster CA, December 30, 2010 at 11:15 a.m.
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I don't know this soldiers as I'm just visiting the website. I thank him and his family for his dedication to our county. Thank you for keeping America free and protecting our beliefs. It's because heroes like you my very young daughter will be able to live freely in this wonderful country. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! RIP

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— Kevin Gregory, December 31, 2010 at 2:07 p.m.
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I weep with you....Thank you for your sacrifice...

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— JAN MCGRAW, January 13, 2011 at 5:04 p.m.
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Ramsey and I were in the same class of the Los Angeles county sheriff's explorers academy and he was always so on his game and he would not mess around he was so energetic and loud he always motivated the class he was our guide on and prayers to his family and RIP We will all miss you... I will never forget 13 strong!!!!!

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— Emmanuel Valenzuela, January 27, 2011 at 3:28 p.m.
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I knew Matthew when we were kids and not a day goes by that I'm not darn proud to call him a friend and one of my personal heroes. He will be forever remembered, forever missed, and forever loved.

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— Jimmy Vernon, April 18, 2011 at 8:55 a.m.
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Love and miss you bro

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— Nathan Gonzalez , August 21, 2012 at 10:27 p.m.
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I remember Mattew Ramsey from Joe Walker middle school. We were good friends and it's sad to find out he lost his life serving our country. Thank you Mattew for protecting our country and making the ultimate sacrifice. Dance in heaven with the angels.

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— Charlie Barker, April 5, 2016 at 9:36 a.m.

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